This is a guest feature post by SliceOfSF Pop-Up restaurants blow up and fizzle out quite rapidly and with the low barriers to entry, new ones are starting all the time. In such a crowded market, many will search for differentiation to no avail. However, the few that do succeed move on to greater pursuits,… Continue Reading ![]()
Local Legends: Dom DeMarco of Brooklyn’s Di Fara Pizza
In the sleepy Brooklyn neighborhood of Midwood, one pizzeria draws the kind of crowds that you’d expect to find at a Williamsburg rooftop bar in the summertime. Except, at Di Fara’s, pizza lovers are willing to wait in a never-ending line during even the coldest of New York winters, one that stretches down Avenue J… Continue Reading ![]()
Staff Picks: Our Favorites In Essex County, NJ
With more than 1,200 people per square mile, New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the entire country. In order to do justice to The Garden State and all of its wonderful pizza, The Sauce will break down the best pizzas in each part of the state, region by region. Today, we run… Continue Reading ![]()
6 Side Dishes You Should Order From Your Local Pizzeria
There’s no doubt that pizzas are what pizzerias do best. It’s the dish that the restaurant was founded around and is named after. But, while the pizza is undoubtedly the main star of the show, many local pizza restaurants are also thriving in other segments of their menu. And it’s very likely that your local… Continue Reading ![]()
Pizza Cheese 101
Blistering and golden. The soft bubbling, oozing layer of cheese, the crown jewel of any pizza. Such a perfect cheese blend has some demanding requirements. It must have the right flavor, elasticity, an easy melting point, and of course, the most scientific measure: ooey-gooey-ness. In other words, cheese is no laughing matter. With a wide… Continue Reading ![]()
21 Best Pizza Topping Combinations to Try on Your Next Pie
The best combos, from classic pizza toppings to gastronomic adventures.
Why Does Pizza Taste So Good?
We all know pizza is pretty much the best thing on the planet, but what exactly makes it so delicious? Research shows that delectability of pizza can be largely attributed to its umami characteristics. “Umami” is much more than a popular buzzword of the past decade – it’s a scientifically recognized flavor profile with more… Continue Reading ![]()
What is Neapolitan Pizza?
Steeped in Italian tradition, the Neapolitan style is considered by many to be the golden standard of pizza. Those who return from a trip to Italy – particularly, the southern regions of Italy – can’t help but to spread its gospel, and for good reason. Here’s why you should consider the delicious and historically-significant Neapolitan… Continue Reading ![]()
Where Did Pizza Come From?
Pizza origins can be traced to ancient cultures as far back as the flatbreads of the Roman Empire. But when it comes to the pizza that we know and love today, food historians and cultural anthropologists alike trace this dish back to the Naples region of Italy. The debate over the origins of this beloved… Continue Reading ![]()
The Best Guide To Pairing Pizza and Beer
They say nothing goes down easier than pizza and beer. Well maybe more pizza. But we digress. The combination is a fail-safe for no matter where you are in life, from a first-is-this-a-date to hosting a late night movie-thon with friends. And with so many options and delivery places, it can be a little daunting. What really does go well with a post-bar-pepperoni-slice? Or mushrooms (on his half)? We wouldn’t expect you to go at it alone, so here are a few suggestions when it comes to pairing pizza with beer.

